INNOVATION July-August 2015

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JULY/AUGUST 2 015 [ volume 19 number 4)

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Climate Change: A Risk Management Issue with Professional Implications for Engineers and Geoscientists Glen Parker, P.Eng., Dr. Conor Reynolds, P.Eng., and Dr. Brian Menounos, P.Geo.

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2014/2015 Project Highlights

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Five Facets of Successful Innovation Alex Saegert, P.Eng.

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President’s Viewpoint – Sustainability in the Face of Climate Change

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Association Notes – Forging Stronger Ties with Engineering and Geoscience Employers; APEGBC Seeks Clarity on ASTTBC’s Proposed P.Tech. Designation; Council Election and Bylaw Vote; Submitting Motions for the 2015 Annual General Meeting; Event Helps to Move Engineering and Geoscience Job Seekers Closer to Their Career Goals; Updated Professional Development Bylaw to be Put to Member Vote

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Council Report – June 19, 2015

ON THE COVER: The Anvil Centre and Office Tower in New Westminster is one of the projects showcasing the work of APEGBC members in this issue.

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Legislative Amendment Consultation Results

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WorkSafeBC Announces Policy Updates Related Workers Compensation Act Changes

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APEGBC Foundation and Benevolent Fund Donors

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6 Newsmakers 7 News 46 OQM Certification 50 Discipline and Enforcement 53 Membership 58 Professional Services 62 Careers 63 APEGBC Professional Development

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